1997 Skoda Octavia vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q5 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2012 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Octavia. 2012 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 1997 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 1997 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Skoda Octavia | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Skoda | Audi |
Model | Octavia | Q5 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2807 mm |